New Grad Program

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Date: Oct 8, 2026

Location:
Toronto, ON, CA Hiring salary range: $3,610.06
- $5,157.24 / Bi-weekly Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play. It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One New Grad Program Candidates selected for this position will be included in Hydro One's New Grad development program. Our New Graduate program reflects our long-term commitment to investing time and resources in building the best and brightest team. We are always on the lookout for individuals who have a passion for learning and are looking to build their career with Hydro One. The two-year program offers a permanent position from Day 1, a combination of training and coaching, and the ability to rotate through several roles allowing New Grads to gain experience working on different projects and in different environments.
- You have graduated with your bachelor's degree in 2025, 2026 or will graduate by May 2027
- Or, you are currently completing a master's degree in a related field, you are graduating by May 2027 and have a maximum of 1 year between completing your bachelor's degree and enrolling in your master's program.
- Good Academic Standing (A copy of your Official/Unofficial Transcript)
- Valid, permanent driver's license (Ontario Class G) We are seeking 1 Engineering New Grad within our Project & Commissioning Estimating team. Our Capital Portfolio Delivery division is responsible for leveraging our internal capabilities and working with key stakeholders and Indigenous partners to efficiently deliver our growing capital plan, ensuring Hydro One can support the future of energy in our province. Engineers in Transmission Portfolio Management (Capital Projects) take on exciting roles, leading critical activities like technical reviews, scope development, risk assessment, cost control, and scheduling. The Estimating team prepares detailed project estimates and analyses. New graduates will thrive on challenging tasks, learning about engineering, construction, commissioning, and finance, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the entire project lifecycle. This role fosters professional growth and technical and financial expertise. In this role you will:
- Reporting to the Manager of Project & Commissioning Estimating, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing project estimates in support of the investment approval process.
- Review technical specifications, documents, and drawings and attend project meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of an estimate.
- Prepare complete project estimates by having a thorough understanding of the project scope based on limited data.
- Research and maintain historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, cost comparison, and bills of materials) to develop precedence and validate estimates.
- Interface with other lines of business, regarding details of design and construction/commissioning activities.
- Review and present details of estimates with senior management.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Investment Administrators, Project Managers, Construction, Grid Operations and other stakeholders (internal and external) in the preparation of complete project estimates.
- Review estimates provided by other work groups to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Review and ensure timeliness and quality of all submissions.
- Prepare a Basis of Estimate (BoE) for all estimates.
- Support Risk Management sessions for projects.
- Prepare project reports as necessary. Duties may include:
- Familiarity with station/lines power equipment (both transmission and distribution)
- Detailed knowledge of electrical theory and principles underlying the design and construction of assets
- Understanding of electrical power systems: station, transmission line, distribution line and their protection and control systems
- Knowledge of estimating processes and practices
- Familiarity with project management practices
- Experience in project management, construction, and/or engineering
- Familiarity with construction methods and techniques
- Knowledge of statistical and accounting principles for cost control and variance analysis
- Planning, organizing, and assigning work to staff, maintaining quality and performance control
- Familiarity with accounting practices and procedures for maintaining cost reporting systems What we look for:
- A self-motivated individual with an aptitude to learn
- Strong Organizational Skills and high attention to detail
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